Damper and Ventilation Hygiene Engineers

Indepth Hygiene Services Ltd; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Overtime pay

Bonus

Travel time paid

Uniform provided

Tools and PPE provided

Job summary

Indepth Hygiene Services Ltd is seeking a Fire Damper & Ventilation Hygiene Team Leader / 2nd Engineer to join a two-person team across day and night shifts. The role involves inspections, drop tests, TR19 Grease cleaning and reporting defects.

You will lead a two-person team or support the Team Leader, with travel across the UK and full-time hours. Competitive salary (£29,900–£35,000) plus overtime, bonus and paid travel time, plus a company vehicle and fuel card.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in ventilation hygiene, fire damper testing, ductwork cleaning or a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Carry out fire damper inspections, testing and drop testing.
• Clean commercial kitchen extraction systems to TR19 Grease standards.
• Ventilation and ductwork cleaning.
• Identify, record and report defects.
• Complete accurate job reports with photographic evidence.
• Work safely and professionally on customer sites.
• For Team Leaders: lead the two-person team, manage productivity, health & safety.
• For 2nd Engineers: support the Team Leader in completing works to required standards.
• Travel to customer sites across the UK, including overnight stays.
• Work both day and night shifts as required.

Skills

Ventilation hygiene

Fire damper testing

Duct cleaning

Team leadership

Job description

Fire Damper & Ventilation Hygiene Team Leader / 2nd Engineer

Location: Redhill / Reading / Slough / Oxford
Salary: £29,900 – £35,000 + overtime + bonus + paid travel time
Hours: Days and Nights – 10-hour shifts (including travel)
Employer: Indepth Hygiene Services (part of Premier Technical Services Group Ltd)

Indepth Hygiene Services are looking for Fire Damper & Ventilation Hygiene Team Leaders / 2nd Engineers to join our growing team, working as part of a two-person team across day and night works.

This is a hands‑on role involving fire damper inspections and drop testing, commercial kitchen extract cleaning to TR19 Grease standards, ventilation cleaning, identifying and reporting defects, and ensuring all work is completed safely and to a high professional standard.

Depending on experience, successful candidates will either take responsibility for leading a two-person team or work as a 2nd Engineer, supporting the Team Leader with completing works efficiently and safely.

What you’ll get:

• Competitive salary of £29,900 – £35,000, depending on experience
• Excellent earning potential – realistic OTE of £40k+ through bonus, travel time and overtime
• Regular overtime at 1.5x pay, with weekend work available for those who want it
• Company vehicle and fuel card
• Work as part of a two‑person team – no lone working
• Stable, full‑time permanent role with plenty of work year‑round
• All uniform, tools and PPE provided
• Full training and development opportunities
• Real career progression within one of the UK’s leading specialist service providers

The Role:

• Carry out fire damper inspections, testing and drop testing
• Clean commercial kitchen extraction systems in accordance with TR19 Grease
• Carry out ventilation and ductwork cleaning
• Identify, record and report defects
• Complete accurate job reports with photographic evidence
• Work safely and professionally on customer sites
• For Team Leaders, take responsibility for the team, site productivity, health & safety and quality of work
• For 2nd Engineers, support the Team Leader in completing works efficiently and to the required standards
• Travel to customer sites across the UK, including overnight stays where required
• Work both day and night shifts depending on operational requirements

What you’ll bring:

• Previous experience in ventilation hygiene, fire damper testing, ductwork cleaning or a similar role is essential
• Experience leading a team would be advantageous for the Team Leader position
• A willingness to learn and develop within the role for 2nd Engineer positions
• Full UK driving licence
• Valid CSCS card
• Ability to pass an Enhanced DBS check
• A practical, can‑do attitude
• Good physical fitness and willingness to work at height and in confined spaces where required
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to health & safety
• Good communication and customer service skills

At Indepth Hygiene Services, we’re proud to support schools, hospitals, care homes and major UK facilities — helping keep people safe every day.

Whether you’re an experienced Team Leader looking for your next opportunity or an experienced 2nd Engineer looking to develop your career, we’d love to hear from you.

About PTSG

PTSG Group is a leading provider of specialist services across the UK and Europe.

Through the acquisition of high‑quality specialist businesses, PTSG has built a group of industry‑leading companies delivering services across Access & Safety, Electrical Services, Building Access, Fire Solutions, and Water Treatment.

With over 3,300 specialists supporting 90,000+ customers across 200,000 buildings, delivering over 170 different services, we are committed to delivering safe, compliant, and high‑quality services nationwide.

At PTSG, our aim is simple. To be a great place to work and a great company to do business with.

Armed Forces Covenant

PTSG Group is proud to support the Armed Forces community and has formally signed the UK Armed Forces Covenant.

We recognise the valuable skills and experience that service leavers, veterans, reservists, and military families bring to the workplace, including leadership, teamwork, resilience, and technical expertise.

As part of our commitment, we guarantee an interview to ex‑Forces applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role and are committed to supporting Armed Forces personnel in building long‑term civilian careers across our business.

Equal Opportunities

PTSG Group is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone is treated fairly and with respect.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to promoting diversity, equality, and inclusion throughout our recruitment process and across the wider business.